Located 90 miles northeast of International WoodFuels’ existing Portland office, Burnham is in the heart of Maine’s “wood basket” and close to the state’s transportation corridor, I-95. With the help of Maine & Co., a nonprofit economic development corporation, WoodFuels located an appropriate site adjacent to Pride Sports, the world’s largest manufacturer of wooden golf tees, allowing both companies to efficiently utilize the same source of wood fibers being brought into the area, according to International WoodFuels.

“This partnership is a perfect opportunity to grow and keep jobs in Maine,” said Maine & Co. President Matt Jacobson. “We leveraged the strengths and sustainable products of two strong companies, Pride Sports and WoodFuels. In the end, the partnership provides for the creation of new jobs with WoodFuels and a strong workforce at Pride.” To read the rest of the article click here!